Sonographer-Vascular

Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia•Concord Township, PA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia (CCP) is a professional medical organization committed to the healing mission of Medicine and is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health. CCP specializes in providing comprehensive cardiology care and currently has over 30 locations throughout the Philadelphia region. We are currently hiring for a full-time Vascular Sonographer to work at our West Chester, PA office. Traveling is required to our Downingtown, Springfield, and Glen Mills offices. This position is entitled to a $2,500.00 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Associate or Bachelor's degree desirable
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience and ability to work independently.
Working knowledge of OSHA standards and of HIPAA Rules and regulations
Detail-oriented and meticulous

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the IAC accreditation process is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Obtains and reviews the patient's medical history and related patient test reports. Greets patient, explains test procedures to patient and answers patient's questions.
Monitors patient condition during exam and immediately reports significant changes to appropriate personnel.
Performs diagnostic ultrasound and vascular procedures. Evaluates images in accordance with professional practice standards.
Responsible for accurately interpreting each study in a timely manner, producing a preliminary report for physicians’ review, as well as making any needed corrections on the final report, once the physicians have given their interpretation.
Documents in each patient chart the type of test and date performed.
Has knowledge of and keeps up with all necessary, daily, monthly, and annual care and maintenance of ultrasound equipment. Troubleshoot any potential equipment problems. Reports all malfunctioning equipment as necessary.
Maintains and order all necessary supplies and materials for the lab.
Documents patient's primary care physician name and ordering cardiologist.
Maintains daily vein procedure and ultrasound logs